SLSNZ Patrol Captain

Leads a beach patrol, manages incident response, and supervises other lifeguards. Senior operational role.

This is a navigator, not an authority.

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What this qualification typically covers

Requires Surf Lifeguard Award + leadership endorsements. Annual revalidation expected.

Activities this applies to

Surfing & Bodyboarding

Authoritative source

The Surf Life Saving NZ register holds the canonical qualification document. Always check it for binding scope and currency information.

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NZQF Position

NZQF Level 3

Currency: 1 years. Holders must revalidate before this expires.

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